31 Jan 1929
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1929
Page
1
A garbled OCR item describes land representation concerns and calls for cooperation with local and state councils to push the New South Wales Government for action. It notes residents facing issues across metry districts and warns buyers about potential risks in property purchases amid unclear regulations.
A garbled notice from the Roads Board requests immediate tenders for a new water main and road deviation at Stringy Bark Hill and Yarrowlumia. It notes expected cost reductions upon receipt of contract details and mentions delays due to budgeting and planning.
Sydney reports the secretary of New Pontl Br. A Bruntnell collapsed on his beat at Kuringal Chase this morning and was carried home to Pymble in a stable condition. He had complained of pains around the head in the weeks prior and was ordered to rest by the Minister for Works who will cover his duties during his illness.
A boarder at Yurong Street was found dead by his own hand in his room shortly after the proprietress died at her home. Police report heavy drinking in weeks prior. the boarder, John Bixon, 45, was discovered after residents forced entry and a doctor attempted to revive him. The incident follows the landlady's death earlier the same day.
A fragmented report describes an early morning event involving a person named Felice Make and a suspect or witness. The legible lines reference an investigation, a potential victim, and prior weeks activity but lack clear details or confirmation.
Lt Col Goodwin told a Carrobboree Park audience the Commission’s life likely lasts only about 12 months after the election. He urged Parliament to decide Canberra’s future governance and called for immediate rural and city reform, education expansion, and better public access to Commission proceedings.
Kingsford Smith and Ulm plan a 13 day near nonstop flight from Australia to London via Singapore and Karachi. The crew includes McWimie and a wireless operator as they study routes to India and Australia and a possible one hop across the Australian route with fuel stops and rest periods.
A conference between the Minister of Home Affairs and Central Australia pastoral lessees plus North Australia Commission urged that Western Australia north of the 20th parallel be placed under Commonwealth control. Delegates voiced strong support, citing resident approval and future prosperity.
The report outlines sympathy from the minister toward lessees in the North as delegates from the Territory and Federal ministers discuss future development. The conference focused on improving relations between Crown authorities and settlers, with hopes of practical steps to aid lessees and advance northern development.
In Melbourne Timber Mills 3000 workers prepare for what is described as a certain strike tomorrow as employers enforce a new 48 hour week. Workers who report at 8 a.m. rather than 7 54 will automatically dismiss themselves.
Sydney timber workers abstain from a protest on Batur day but will report for work on Monday morning, defusing a potential labor dispute.
A clearest OCR reads Bettington dropped from New South Wales squad ahead of a match on February 1. The team list includes Kipypas, Andrews, Crefield, Fairfas, Murke, Bradman, Jackson, Morrix, Nichollx, and Everett among others.
A new Forrest troop is being formed with many boys signing as founder members. A temporary meeting place will be arranged on vacant land for organizational purposes and information on the fallen may be available from officials.
The secretary of the law and labour disputes committee discuss proposed changes to workers hours and wages. Mr Garden hints at tension within the movement as long hours and lower wages affect purchasing power and push for higher wages.
Fragmented report claims a plot within the National Assembly linked to dubious orders and military moves near Altdest Heal, about 100 miles from the capital. The tale mentions artillery regiments and disrupted service calls, but details remain unclear and partially garbled.
The speech by Lude n dorff condemns Jewish and Jewish allied groups as obstructing the war effort. He charges conspiracies to hide facts from the public and to prevent Germany from training troops, while asserting Christianity remains unaltered.
Registrations from January 22 to February 2 include four vehicles. To date the registry lists 1,256 motor cars 732 motor lorries and 168 motor cycles registered in the Territory.
Article notes a Bohne Cup router event over the Foleng planned as a quadrilateral course to reduce time and improve efficiency.
The commissioner commented on allegations from the Returned Boldierns League of Irregulari Ue regarding employment preferences for returned workers. Birdotn Butters stated the commission had pen fewtudone evercied and found the matter unproven.
Fragmentary text shows a push in Washington for a disarmament agreement with Britain. The piece references Senate debates, potential models, and ongoing negotiations, with emphasis on a central committee and executive oversight. Specific details are unclear due to damaged wording.
Unclear OCR text describes a Friday meeting and a high scoring event. Mentions Minas, Urlekeg, and Neher with uncertain context. The fragment references stumps, waves, and a debate over tactics and health measures.
A garbled report notes an intended meeting between Smith and Hoover during a vacation period in Morida. Hoover invited Hinith to join, with limited enthusiasm and no clear outcome.
Robert Weir aged unknown was convicted at the thieanheran oof for stealing wine valued at Altimiie Cin without the owner's consent. He was sentenced to four days hard labour on each charge, with the sentences to run concurrently from the date of conviction.
At the Western Suburbs hospital annual meeting the Assistant Treasurer Me stevens warned that hospital charges owed by patients keep rising. He contrasted Victoria the higher cost per head with SEW where charges stood at 1/-. He attributed the tariff differences to government policy and stressed the need to secure funds without deterring charity for hospital care.
A private social evening at Canberra Hotel drew a mix of local couples and notable residents. Attendees included Mina Metty Hall Jen Knowles Duyen Weather ton Merle Jobodton Dory Alt en Miryare Yoher Nancy Heatherthow Holman Betty Edward Jr Rectrice Shiarwiend Meme Barch Whilir Peter Carr Key Nor Markioduen Carden enn Nell Compein Alan Wenthornton.
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